WAUSAU, WI (WSAU) — Aspirus Network Inc. and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Wisconsin have reached a new agreement allowing the health system to continue as an in-network provider for all of Anthem’s members.
Aspirus President and CEO Matt Heywood says the agreement advances Aspirus’ mission of healing people, promoting health, and strengthening communities. “Our primary focus is always on those we serve,” Heywood said in a press release from Aspirus. “I’m pleased we were able to reach an agreement for our patients.”
“Anthem is committed to providing access to high-quality, outcomes driven health care. Our work at Anthem also focuses on affordability and this new agreement helps us achieve that goal,” said Paul Nobile, President of Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield. “We’re pleased to have worked in good faith with Aspirus to ensure those covered by individual and employer-based plans, as well as those we serve in Medicaid and Medicare, can continue to access the care they need.”
Both sides add that they have enjoyed a long partnership and this new agreement will build on their collaboration to deliver care that will improve the health of those they collectively serve.
